2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Ranger | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |