2008 Renault Thalia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Renault Thalia and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 175 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 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Thalia | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Thalia | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2590 mm |