2009 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 329 kg more than 2010 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 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Torrent | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Torrent | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
