2009 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 784 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
