2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 910 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Town & Country | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |