2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 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 New Beetle (231 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | New Beetle | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
