2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 725 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | Laguna | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 749 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |