2011 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP) has 221 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1435 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.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (375 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2011 GMC Envoy 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. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Envoy | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Envoy | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
