2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
