2005 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 330 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |