2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Hilux | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
