2010 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP) has 246 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
