2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 270 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 2012 BMW 535 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 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 535 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
