2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 5 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 5 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |