2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai i30 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 409 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.
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 i30 (255 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | i30 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2473 mm |