2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestyle | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
