2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 28 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
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 (320 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
