2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Sonata | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
