2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Tribute | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |