2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laguna | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
