1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 184 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Laguna | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2911 mm |
