2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2003 Ford Econovan and 2003 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan 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 2003 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Econovan | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |