2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 422 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |