2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
