2003 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 3 and 2003 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mazda 3 (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 3 | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |