2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT. 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 Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Carrera GT | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
