2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |