2009 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
