2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
