2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 8 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Laguna | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2788 mm |
