1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
