2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Thalia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Smart ForTwo | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Smart | Renault |
Model | ForTwo | Thalia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 92 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |