2009 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna.
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, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
