2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 630 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | Laguna | RX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
