2003 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Laguna | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
