2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 752 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.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2473 mm |
