2008 Kia Rio vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
