2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (240 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
