2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 48 kg more than 2004 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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |