2012 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2012 Renault Laguna and 2012 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laguna | E |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
