2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 484 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Thalia | Accord |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2710 mm |
