2012 Lexus ES vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Lexus ES is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus ES (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus ES weights approximately 351 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lexus ES (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus ES | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | ES | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
