2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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 (320 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Five Hundred | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |