2000 Ford Artic vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2000 Ford Artic and 2000 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
Because 2000 Ford Artic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Artic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Artic | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Artic | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |