2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Laguna weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 De Tomaso Guara 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 2004 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Guara | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |