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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
