2009 Lancia Thesis vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Renault Grand 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, 2009 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (273 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. 2009 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Thesis | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thesis | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
