2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laguna | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
