2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP) has 266 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A8 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 430 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 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 | 1855 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2473 mm |