2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
