2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | BT-50 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
