1999 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 547 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Avella | Laguna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |