2005 Kia Sorento 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 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 24 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
