2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 332 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Tundra (361 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Tundra | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 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 | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
