2008 Renault Thalia vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2010 Audi Q5 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. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Thalia | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Thalia | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2807 mm |
