2004 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (280 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
