2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 116 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 2011 BMW 116. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 116 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
