2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 166 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Sonata | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
