2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 956 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2473 mm |
