2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 2005 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thesis | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
