2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 13 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Laguna | Azera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2845 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
