2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac GTO 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 2003 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac GTO | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
