1998 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 116 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |