2010 Renault Thalia vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 123 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 2012 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Thalia | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Thalia | 123 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
