2004 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 940 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 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
