2001 Mazda Atenza vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Atenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Atenza would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Atenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Atenza weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 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, 2001 Mazda Atenza (240 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Atenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Atenza | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Atenza | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2473 mm |
