2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Laguna | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
