2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
