1995 Ford Royale vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Royale | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
