2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tacoma (361 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Tacoma | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
