2007 Acura TL vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Acura TL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Acura TL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TL | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |