2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | X3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |