2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |