1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Thalia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2008 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Yaris | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2473 mm |
