2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 184 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
