2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2002 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Laguna | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Laguna | i30 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |