2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 35 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Thalia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
