2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
