2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 716 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2473 mm |
