2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Legacy | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
