2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 320 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 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Thalia | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
