2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2004 Mazda RX-8 and 2004 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2004 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
