2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Suzuki | Renault |
Model | Jimny | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2473 mm |