2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. Both 2000 Ford Ranger and 2005 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ranger (250 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
