2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 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 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
