2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-250 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
