2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | i30 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
