1999 Kia Joice vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 13 kg more than 1999 Kia Joice.
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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice. 2002 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Joice | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Joice | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
