2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 614 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2006 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Cerato | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
