2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Laguna | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
