2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
