2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP) has 389 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Because 2009 Bentley Azure 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 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
