2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
