1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
