2000 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escape | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |