1997 Kia Retona vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Retona | Laguna |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |