1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 17 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. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | X5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
