2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 2 and 2002 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 2 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |