2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus X | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
