2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
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 | 111 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |