2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 496 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (298 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Tundra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
