2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (245 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 891 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (382 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Tundra | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
