2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP) has 208 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2010 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2002 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2002 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2473 mm |
