2009 Renault Thalia vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 570 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Thalia | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Thalia | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
