1999 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 343 kg more than 1999 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 (320 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
