2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1862 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (434 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Mustang | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |