2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
