1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Renault Laguna 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Renault Ford
Model Laguna Crown Victoria
Year Released 1995 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 188 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 267 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 72 L


 

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