2011 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Laguna | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Laguna | Optima |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
