2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
