1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Trans Sport | Avantime |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |