2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 71 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
