2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 330 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 Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cayman (300 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Thalia | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
