2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Eclipse | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |