2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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 Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |