1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 100 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Soul |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 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 | 1370 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 48 L |