2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW 318 2001 Renault Laguna
Make BMW Renault
Model 318 Laguna
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 83 L


 

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