2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 617 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2002 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
