2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP) has 208 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1250 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.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Touareg | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
