2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 494 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 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |