2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 58 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, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (199 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Sonata | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
