2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Laguna | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
