2008 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 328 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
