1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Laguna | 6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |