2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
