2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 488 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Laguna | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |