2007 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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. Both 2007 Ford Focus and 2005 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (191 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
