2003 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
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 Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Dion | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Dion | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |