2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
