2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 692 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 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia. 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2011 Renault Thalia
Make Dodge Renault
Model Charger Thalia
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 74 HP
Torque 339 Nm 105 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1639 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1439 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2473 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 5.9 L/100km


 

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