2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 806 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
