2001 BMW 735 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2001 BMW 735 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 735 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 735. 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 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 735 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
