1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 689 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
