2010 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2010 Renault Laguna and 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Renault Laguna | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Laguna | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |