2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1257 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Renault Laguna 2010 Ford Expedition
Make Renault Ford
Model Laguna Expedition
Year Released 2004 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1398 kg 2655 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5621 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1974 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3327 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 127 L