2009 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2009 BMW 745 and 2009 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Because 2009 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 745 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |