2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Laguna | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |