2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 Ford Escape (302 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
