2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 272 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 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Jetta | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
