2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |