1998 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 341 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Avantime |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1641 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |