2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | CX-7 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
