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. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus ES weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (195 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. 2008 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
