2011 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 502 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sportage | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
