2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Ford F-150

To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 967 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 F-150 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 F-150. 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 F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 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 F-150
Make Renault Ford
Model Laguna F-150
Year Released 2000 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1782 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 116 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 433 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 2352 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5885 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2004 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1887 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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