2012 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Caddy and 2012 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 365 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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Caddy | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2473 mm |
