2000 Ford Puma vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 1 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, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 9 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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, 1999 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Puma | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |