1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna.
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, 1999 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 2012 Hyundai ix20 has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai ix20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Laguna | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Laguna | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2615 mm |
