2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 352 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |