2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |