2004 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |