2003 Mazda Premacy 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 Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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 (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
