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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Laguna (285 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 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 | 2492 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
