2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 109 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 (270 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tucson | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
