2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-150 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 38 L |
