2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2009 Renault Thalia

To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia.

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 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 Hyundai Entourage 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 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Entourage 2009 Renault Thalia
Make Hyundai Renault
Model Entourage Thalia
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 74 HP
Torque 253 Nm 105 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1639 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 5.9 L/100km


 

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