1993 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna.
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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
