2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2012 Renault Thalia and 2012 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (118 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Laguna weights approximately 430 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Renault Thalia | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Thalia | Laguna |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2750 mm |