1998 Kia Sephia vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Sephia | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sephia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
