2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 515 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 530 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 530 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 530 (300 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 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 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 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 530 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 530 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2473 mm |