2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 2 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2002 BMW Z3 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 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
