2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 103 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, 2004 Ford Focus (174 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |