2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 359 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |