2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 Renault Laguna and 2006 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy. 2006 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Renault Laguna | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Laguna | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |