2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | A | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2473 mm |
