2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 130 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Prius V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |