2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2473 mm |
