2007 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 349 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (149 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
