2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Laguna | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
