2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Galaxy | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
