2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1783 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
