2012 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Thalia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2473 mm |
