2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-8 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
