2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2012 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Yaris | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
