Renault Laguna 2008 vs Mazda 6 2007
| Body: | Coupe | Sedan | |
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 147 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 184 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds | |
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Renault Laguna is more dynamic to drive. Renault Laguna engine produces 23 HP more power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 86 NM more than Mazda 6. Thanks to more power Renault Laguna reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.8 | 7.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.9 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Laguna consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Laguna could require 165 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Laguna consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 740 km in combined cycle | 830 km in combined cycle | |
| 1010 km on highway | 1120 km on highway | ||
| 660 km with real consumption | 730 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 6 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: | 15 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Grand Espace | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda MX-5, Mazda 5, Mazda CX-5 | |
| 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 2008 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 2008 2.0 engine Mazda 6 2007 2.0 engine: The engine tends to idle unevenly. Engine problems may also include the thermostat and cooling pump. This engine tends to consume more oil at higher mileages. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.44 m | |
| Renault Laguna is 12 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, 3 cm wider, while the height of Renault Laguna is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 423 litres | 519 litres | |
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Mazda 6 has more luggage space. Renault Laguna has 96 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Laguna is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mazda 6, which means Renault Laguna can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`950 | 1`935 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | above average | |
| Mazda 6 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Laguna has serious deffects in 50 percent more cases than Mazda 6, so Mazda 6 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 10 800 | 2400 | |
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