2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
