2011 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Laguna | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 740 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
