1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Holden Commodore 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 1998 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime, 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Commodore | Avantime |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |