2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP) has 316 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 261 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | TrailBlazer | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 536 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |