2010 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 430 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Laguna | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2473 mm |
