2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2007 Toyota Avalon 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. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
