2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 676 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer 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 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Laguna | Explorer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |