2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 599 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 (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP) has 548 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 770 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 Ferrari 599 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 Ferrari 599. 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 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari 599 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 599 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 608 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2473 mm |