2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Renault Laguna and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 79 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.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Laguna | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |