2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Thalia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. 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, 2011 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour. 2011 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForFour | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Smart | Renault |
| Model | ForFour | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2473 mm |
