2005 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
