2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 362 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.
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 Ford Focus (215 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2473 mm |