2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna.
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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Laguna | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Laguna | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |