2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 GMC Yukon 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP) has 339 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1659 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Yukon | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Yukon | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |