2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 1998 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Familia | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |