2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 214 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
