2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Laguna | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Previa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |