1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 426 kg more than 1995 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4811 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
