2010 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Because 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Laguna | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 525 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
