1998 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Megane 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 133 more horse power than 1998 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Renault Megane. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Megane | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
