2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Porsche 911 and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 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 (370 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |