2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 248 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Laguna | Accent |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
