2008 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 330 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |