2005 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 245 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 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2005 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Caldina | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Caldina | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2473 mm |
