2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 296 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Five Hundred | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |