2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rondo | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |