2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 1062 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Thalia | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
