2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP) has 256 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | QX56 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
