2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 452 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Carrera GT | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
