2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (252 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
