2001 Kia Retona vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Retona | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Retona | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |