1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 13 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Laguna | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
