2012 Lancia Thema vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lancia Thema is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lancia Thema. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Thema | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
