2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1660 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2473 mm |
