2009 Kia Carens vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. 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, 2009 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
