2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 149 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | X3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |