2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 896 kg more than 2010 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2473 mm |
