2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 617 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Terracan | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
