1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Carens |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
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 | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |