2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |