2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M6 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |