2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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. Both 2008 Volkswagen Golf and 2008 Renault Thalia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 318 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2008 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
Model | Golf | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2473 mm |