2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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. Both 2005 Renault Laguna and 2011 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 669 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Laguna | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
