2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (203 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |