Renault Laguna 2007 vs Mazda 6 2005
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.3 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Renault Laguna) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Mazda 6) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 175 HP | 166 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 207 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 9 seconds | |
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Renault Laguna is more dynamic to drive. Renault Laguna engine produces 9 HP more power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 173 NM more than Mazda 6. Thanks to more power Renault Laguna reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 | 8.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.5 l/100km | 9.2 l/100km | |
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The Renault Laguna is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Laguna consumes 2.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that by driving the Renault Laguna over 15,000 km in a year you can save 330 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Laguna consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1010 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 1220 km on highway | 920 km on highway | ||
| 880 km with real consumption | 690 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: | 14 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Nissan X-Trail, Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Opel Vivaro | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda Tribute | |
| 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Renault Laguna engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Renault Laguna 2007 2.0 engine: The engine has a good power to fuel consumption ratio and, with careful maintenance, a long service life. The most common problems with these engines are with the fuel injection system and lubrication. Mazda 6 2005 2.3 engine: The cooling system pump and thermostat, engine mounts (which can cause vibration), lambda sensor, and intake manifold adjuster are the most common problems with this engine. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 4.69 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Renault Laguna is 1 cm longer than the Mazda 6, 3 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | 492 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1662 litres | |
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Mazda 6 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Renault Laguna has 42 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6. This could mean that the Renault Laguna uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Laguna is 0.2 metres more than that of the Mazda 6. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`076 | 1`940 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | low | average | |
| Mazda 6 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Laguna has serious deffects in 40 percent more cases than Mazda 6, so Mazda 6 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2600 | 1600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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