2004 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2004 Ford Escape and 2004 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
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 (270 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escape | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1489 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |