2010 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2010 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
