1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (152 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
