1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |