2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 212 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Rio (167 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
