If someone factors out that two things are diverse, Do not say they 'make a difference' between the factors. You say which they create a difference or attract a difference between them. (= quarrel) → Differenz f, → Auseinandersetzung f; a difference of impression → eine Meinungsverschiedenheit; to settle https://mpi-thermal.com/blog/thermal-shock-vs-thermal-cycling-test/