2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (151 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 550 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 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 5 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 160 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |