2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 540 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.
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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
