2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H3 (434 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Hummer | Renault |
| Model | H3 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
