2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Laguna | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
