1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1090 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 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2473 mm |
