2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 716 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |