2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Potentia would be higher. Both 2009 Renault Laguna and 2002 Kia Potentia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Because 2002 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia. 2002 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
