2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |