2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Because 1995 Toyota MR2 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 1995 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
