2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2001 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 Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Veracruz | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
