2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (203 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Outlander | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
