2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2473 mm |
