2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 254 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2001 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
