1999 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 349 kg more than 1999 Ford Laser. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Laser | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Laser | Laguna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |