2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 220 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Grandis | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
