2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (129 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Rover 75 (300 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Thalia | 75 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2750 mm |
