2009 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 310 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 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | B | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2473 mm |
