2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Laguna | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |