2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | RAV4 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
