2006 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
