2005 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
