1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 490 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2473 mm |
