2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |