2009 BMW 135 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 9 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), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 135 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
