2009 Cadillac SRX 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 SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 960 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 SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | SRX | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 342 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 | 1960 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2473 mm |