1996 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 930 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2008 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Laguna | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Carnival |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |