2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laguna | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
