2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 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 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 330 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |