2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Expedition | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |