2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 185 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 Porsche Panamera 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 2011 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | Laguna | Panamera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |