2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 205 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 (270 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Galaxy | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |