2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Laguna | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Laguna | Magentis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |