2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Expedition | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |