2004 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Retona | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |