2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Laguna | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
