Mazda 3 2003 vs Renault Laguna 2005
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 105 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 145 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11 seconds | 8.4 seconds | |
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Renault Laguna is a more dynamic driving. Mazda 3 engine produces 65 HP less power than Renault Laguna, whereas torque is 125 NM less than Renault Laguna. Due to the lower power, Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 8.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 3 consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Renault Laguna, which means that by driving the Mazda 3 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 180 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 3 consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Renault Laguna. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 68 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 800 km in combined cycle | |
| 700 km with real consumption | 780 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Laguna gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda Xedos 6, Mazda MX-3 | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Grand Espace | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Laguna might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mazda 3 2003 1.6 engine: This engine is widely regarded as reliable, though it can develop certain issues over time. One of the most common problems is increased oil consumption, often starting after 120,000 km. This is frequently ... More about Mazda 3 2003 1.6 engine Renault Laguna 2005 2.0 engine: This engine offers a respectable lifespan for a turbocharged motor but comes with several recurring issues that demand attention. One common problem is oil consumption, which can result from hardened valve seals or, in later ... More about Renault Laguna 2005 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.42 m | 4.58 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.43 m | |
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Mazda 3 is smaller, but slightly higher. Mazda 3 is 16 cm shorter than the Renault Laguna, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 3 is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | 430 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
635 litres | no data | |
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Renault Laguna has more luggage space. Mazda 3 has 130 litres less trunk space than the Renault Laguna. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.3 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.6 metres less than that of the Renault Laguna, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`695 | 1`300 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | low | |
| Mazda 3 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Laguna has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Mazda 3, so Mazda 3 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.2/10 | 7.0/10 | |
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