2004 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2004 BMW 330 and 2004 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (185 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 330 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |