2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | CLS | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1149 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 630 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |