1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Laguna | i40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
