2005 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 765 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 Cayenne 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 Cayenne 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 Cayenne (311 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
