2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2012 Renault Thalia and 2012 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (133 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Megane weights approximately 215 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 Megane (191 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2012 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Thalia | Megane |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2530 mm |
