2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (216 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Malibu | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |