2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 5 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 2005 BMW 316 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 2005 BMW 316. 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, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 316 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
