2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 315 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 2001 BMW Z8 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 2001 BMW Z8. 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, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
