2001 Kia Carens vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 6 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. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Carens 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:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
