2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
