2007 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | QX56 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
