1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 53 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Renault Laguna | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Laguna | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |