1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,982 cc, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 376 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (280 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
