2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 385 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 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3270 mm |
