2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 240 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 2009 BMW 320 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 2009 BMW 320. 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 320 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
