2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
