2011 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna. 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Laguna | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | X5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| 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 | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
