2010 Renault Thalia vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 614 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Thalia | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Thalia | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
