2005 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 BMW 116.
Because 2005 BMW 116 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 2005 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 116 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
