2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1481 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fusion | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |