2012 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Optra | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2473 mm |
