1998 Kia Joice vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Joice | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
