2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |