2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 5 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 5 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |