2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
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, 2006 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
