2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer (344 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Explorer | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |