2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
To start off, both 2004 Renault Laguna and 2004 Toyota Soarer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. 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 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2004 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 2004 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Soarer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |