2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Renault Thalia

To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 332 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Subaru Legacy 2011 Renault Thalia
Make Subaru Renault
Model Legacy Thalia
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 137 HP 97 HP
Torque 187 Nm 127 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1332 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1639 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1439 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2473 mm


 

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