2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. Both 2009 Ford Focus and 2008 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
