2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Laguna | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laguna | Colt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
