2008 Renault Thalia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 195 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2003 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2003 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Thalia | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Thalia | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2520 mm |
