2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |