2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia.
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, 2012 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2473 mm |
