1996 Kia Retona vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Retona | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
