2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Diamante | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
