1996 Kia Avella vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 1 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
