2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |