2007 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia, 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 530 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2473 mm |
