2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Maverick (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Maverick | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
