1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 442 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
