2009 Renault Thalia vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 875 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Thalia | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Thalia | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
