2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Outlander | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
