2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laguna | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
