1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 46 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Laguna | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3240 mm |