2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 565 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 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |