2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 11 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Laguna | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |