2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1195 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 2011 Ford Expedition 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Laguna | Expedition |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |