2008 Kia Rio vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 12 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 331 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 1996 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
