1999 BMW 845 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 1999 BMW 845 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 1999 BMW 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 845 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
