2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 44 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Thesis | Espace |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |