2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 Smart ForFour (125 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Smart | Renault |
| Model | ForFour | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2473 mm |
