2009 Acura RL vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Acura RL and 2009 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (301 HP) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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 RL (367 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RL | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 367 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |