2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Laguna | Elantra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |