2012 Lancia Voyager vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1110 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Voyager | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2473 mm |
