2009 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 211 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.
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, 2011 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |
