2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1124 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2006 Nissan Navara 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. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Thalia | Navara |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 3210 mm |
