2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP) has 307 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Escalade | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |