2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2003 TVR Tuscan 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 2003 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Laguna | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
