Lexus RC 2018 vs Renault Laguna 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 241 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds | |
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Lexus RC is more dynamic to drive. Lexus RC engine produces 71 HP more power than Renault Laguna, whereas torque is 80 NM more than Renault Laguna. Thanks to more power Lexus RC reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 | 8.7 | |
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The Renault Laguna is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus RC consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Laguna, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus RC could require 165 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 670 km in combined cycle | 750 km in combined cycle | |
| 840 km on highway | 1010 km on highway | ||
| Renault Laguna gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Renault Laguna) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus RC) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus RX, Lexus GS, Lexus NX | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Grand Espace | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Laguna might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Renault Laguna 2012 2.0 engine: This engine offers a respectable lifespan for a turbocharged motor but comes with several recurring issues that demand attention. One common problem is oil consumption, which can result from hardened valve seals or, in later ... More about Renault Laguna 2012 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.71 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | no data | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.39 m | 1.40 m | |
| Trunk capacity: | 294 litres | 423 litres | |
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Renault Laguna has more luggage space. Lexus RC has 129 litres less trunk space than the Renault Laguna. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus RC is 0.4 metres less than that of the Renault Laguna, which means Lexus RC can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`950 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 6000 | |
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