2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Tucson and 2007 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Tucson | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1976 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |