2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rondo | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |