2010 Renault Thalia vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. 2003 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Thalia | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Thalia | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2260 mm |
