1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP) has 473 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2473 mm |
