2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai XG 350 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | XG 350 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2473 mm |
