2010 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 335 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
