2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
