2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fusion | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |