1999 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |