2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Laguna | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |