2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Laguna | Lancer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |