2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai i20 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 27 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 85 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Thalia | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
