2000 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna. 2011 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Mustang | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |