1997 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Laguna | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
