2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus X | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
