2009 Volvo S80 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Volvo S80 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 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP) has 247 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 598 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 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volvo S80 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Volvo | Renault |
Model | S80 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4413 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2473 mm |