2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1151 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 Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Camry |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |