1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 254 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Rio |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4026 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |