2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
