2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | Laguna | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |