2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 150 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Thalia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.9 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 | 1150 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 L/100km | 3.1 L/100km |
