2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 6 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), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 270 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2819 mm |
