2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, both 2012 Renault Thalia and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 333 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 461 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.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Renault Thalia 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Renault Chevrolet
Model Thalia Corvette
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 430 HP
Torque 127 Nm 574 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4261 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1639 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1439 mm 1247 mm
Wheelbase Size 2473 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Consumption 7 L/100km 9 L/100km


 

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