2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (107 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 149 kg more than 2012 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 Nissan Versa (150 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Versa | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1149 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
