2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 65 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 2008 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Renault Laguna | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |