2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 12 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Laguna | 3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |