2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia.
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, 2009 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
