2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 518 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 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
