2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 730 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 2001 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Laguna | 730 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |