2009 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP) has 396 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 955 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 M5 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 2009 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 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 M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 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 M5 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M5 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 520 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2473 mm |