2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 540 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
