2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP) has 348 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1695 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.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2473 mm |
