2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 171 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
