2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Yaris | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2473 mm |
