1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 12 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 254 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Laguna | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Laguna | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2489 mm |
