2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
