2009 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
