2001 Kia Potentia vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia would be higher. Both 2001 Kia Potentia and 2007 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Because 2001 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Potentia | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Potentia | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |