2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna.
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 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 1994 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 115 L |
