1997 Ford Contour vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 3 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Contour | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
