2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 600 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 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 2012 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 730 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
