2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 557 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Laguna | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
