2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2011 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.

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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 2011 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Pride Wagon 2011 Renault Laguna
Make Kia Renault
Model Pride Wagon Laguna
Year Released 2000 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2750 mm


 

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