2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP) has 256 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1554 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 2011 GMC Yukon 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 2011 GMC Yukon. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 GMC Yukon | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Yukon | Thalia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2554 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |