1997 Ford Probe vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Ford Probe. 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Probe | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
