1994 Ford Contour vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 143 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Contour | Laguna |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |