2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 171 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
