2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
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 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
