2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Laguna | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
