2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 996 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
