2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fiesta | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |