2009 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
