2005 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 317 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
