2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 691 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Durango | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |