1998 Ford Probe vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe 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 92 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2958 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 | 170 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 | Automatic |
| 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 |
