2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 357 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.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |