2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 360 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 2010 BMW M5 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 2010 BMW M5. 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | M5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
