1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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 Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul 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 Soul | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Soul |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |