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. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 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 160 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 | 1753 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
