2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
