2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1604 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Excursion | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 277 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |