2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |