2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |