2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 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 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2473 mm |
