2007 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 116 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
