2011 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 613 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia.
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, 2012 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Corsa | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2473 mm |
