2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 715 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 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Expedition | Thalia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 495 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |