1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2473 mm |
