2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (138 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 586 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (340 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2473 mm |
