1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Renault Laguna (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Laguna | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |