2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Laguna weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
