2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (529 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
