2008 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 9 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
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 Space Star (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Space Star | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
