2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 530 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
