2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
