2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Laguna | B2500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 4030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |