2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (240 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1155 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 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | XC90 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
