2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 73 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Laguna | 3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |