2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Beetle | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
