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 (221 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster 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 Megane (300 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Megane 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 Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Thalia | Megane |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2630 mm |
