2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
