2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
