2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sedona | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
