2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 2009 Renault Thalia

To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 225 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.

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 Fiat Marea Weekend (131 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Marea Weekend 2009 Renault Thalia
Make Fiat Renault
Model Marea Weekend Thalia
Year Released 2005 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 97 HP
Torque 131 Nm 127 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1639 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1439 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2473 mm


 

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