2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 and 2008 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 328 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
