2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
