1999 Renault Avantime vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Renault Avantime. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 949 kg more than 1999 Renault Avantime. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Avantime. (255 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Avantime. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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