2007 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Carens | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8 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 | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |