2011 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP) has 276 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A6 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2842 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
