2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Laguna | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
