2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (173 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 670 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Thalia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2473 mm |