2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP) has 370 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 835 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 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB9 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
