2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2011 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
