2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 230 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |