2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sportage and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2005 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Kia Sportage | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |