2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 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 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
