2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 880 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 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | Cayenne | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |