2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 420 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Accent | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |