2007 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2007 BMW 523 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 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
Because 2007 BMW 523 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 523. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 523 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |