2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
