2004 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |