2012 Nissan NV vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 2 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1678 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 2012 Nissan NV 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 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | NV | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2473 mm |
