2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
