2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda 6 2000 Renault Laguna
Make Mazda Renault
Model 6 Laguna
Year Released 2005 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 151 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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