2010 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 815 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2010 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| 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 | 239 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2473 mm |
