1996 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
