2005 Volkswagen Fox 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 Volkswagen Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Fox would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (155 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Fox | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Fox | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2473 mm |
