2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
