2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Camry |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |