2004 Mazda Premacy 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 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (110 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 235 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.
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, 2011 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 2011 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2473 mm |
