2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (138 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 692 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.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2008 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2007 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2473 mm |
