2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2001 Porsche 911 and 2001 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 204 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |