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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 530 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |