2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 756 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
