2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.

Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 2005 Renault Laguna
Make Mitsubishi Renault
Model Pajero Laguna
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3200 cc 1868 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 164 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 105 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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