2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster 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.
Because 2003 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Boxster | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
