2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
