2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Kalos 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Kalos | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2473 mm |