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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 465 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 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (271 Nm @ 3750 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 | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |