2008 Lexus ES vs. 2008 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2008 Lexus ES and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES.

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 Lexus ES (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lexus ES 2008 Renault Laguna
Make Lexus Renault
Model ES Laguna
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 0 HP
Torque 344 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.9:1
Top Speed 215 km/hour 235 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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