2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 1121 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.
Because 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2011 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | Laguna | GX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
