2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
