2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 2009 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia.
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 Grande Punto (190 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Grande Punto | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2473 mm |