2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 11 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 400 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 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | X3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
