1999 Renault Avantime vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Renault Avantime. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Avantime weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Renault Avantime (255 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Avantime | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Avantime | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1445 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
