2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
