2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
