2003 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus.
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, 1999 Kia Clarus (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna. 1999 Kia Clarus has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Clarus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Laguna | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
