2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Eclipse | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |