2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Taurus (250 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
