2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 940 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 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Laguna | X6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |