2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | CX-9 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
