1993 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 82 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Contour | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
