2005 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1330 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, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Savana | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
