2010 Renault Thalia vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (118 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 700 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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. 2006 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Thalia | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Thalia | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2710 mm |
