1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 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 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Laguna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |