1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
