2006 Opel Agila vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Agila (69 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2473 mm |
