2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 7 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Laguna | F-450 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 142 L |