2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 10 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2002 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
