1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. Both 1999 Kia Sportage and 1995 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 142 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
