2010 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2010 SsangYong Rodius and 2010 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 923 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 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius. 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 SsangYong Rodius | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
Make | SsangYong | Renault |
Model | Rodius | Thalia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 342 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2473 mm |