2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2473 mm |