2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 285 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia. 2011 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2473 mm |
