2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 310 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 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Be Bop | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Be Bop | Thalia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 153 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2473 mm |