2003 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
