2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (452 HP) has 348 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1585 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 2002 Bentley Arnage 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 2002 Bentley Arnage. 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Arnage | Thalia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |