2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rondo | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |