2009 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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 Fiat Croma (203 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2473 mm |
