2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Galant and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 225 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 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Galant | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |