1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. Both 1995 Renault Laguna and 2011 BMW 525 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 2011 BMW 525 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 2011 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
