2008 Ford Edge vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 8 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Edge | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
