2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Thalia weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | E-350 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2473 mm |