2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 Ford Mustang 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 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
