2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 366 kg more than 2010 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 Volkswagen Polo (316 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Polo | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 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 | 1366 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |
