2007 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
