2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 114 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Optima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |