2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Matrix would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Matrix | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
