2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP) has 236 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (380 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
