2012 Toyota Hilux vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia. 2011 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Toyota Hilux | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Hilux | Thalia |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2473 mm |