2005 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
