2007 Ford Edge vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Edge | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
