2006 Renault Laguna vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry. 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
