2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 180 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.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |