2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1175 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | ML | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2473 mm |
