2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
