2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 142 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Laguna |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |