2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (132 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 246 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (180 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Elantra | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
