2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2473 mm |
