2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 151 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |