Renault Laguna 2005 vs Mazda 3 2003
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 145 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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Renault Laguna is more dynamic to drive. Renault Laguna engine produces 65 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 125 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Renault Laguna reaches 100 km/h speed 2.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 7.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.7 l/100km | 7.8 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Laguna consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Laguna could require 180 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Laguna consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 800 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| 780 km with real consumption | 700 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Grand Espace | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda Xedos 6, Mazda MX-3 | |
| 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. | |||
| 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 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 | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.58 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.46 m | |
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Renault Laguna is larger, but slightly lower. Renault Laguna is 16 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 1 cm wider, while the height of Renault Laguna is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 635 litres | |
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Renault Laguna has more luggage capacity. Renault Laguna has 130 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 10.3 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Laguna is 0.6 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Renault Laguna can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`300 | 1`695 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | low | average | |
| 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 | 1000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.0/10 | 8.2/10 | |
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