2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, both 2004 Renault Laguna and 2004 BMW 645 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2004 BMW 645 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 2004 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2004 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Renault Laguna | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Laguna | 645 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |