2010 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mustang | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
