1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 37 kg more than 2003 Renault Laguna. 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
