2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 257 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Rio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |