2009 BMW 125 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 125 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |