2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Renault Thalia | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Thalia | Aygo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 132 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |