2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP) has 316 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1346 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
