2008 Renault Thalia vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Thalia | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Thalia | Compass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
