2001 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 955 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 GMC Safari 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 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Safari | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2473 mm |
