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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 432 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
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 | 3491 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |