2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B4000 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
