2006 Kia Optima vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 1 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 539 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Optima | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |