2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Tribute and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
