1999 Renault Avantime vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 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, 1999 Renault Avantime (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Renault Avantime.
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, 1999 Renault Avantime (255 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Avantime | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avantime | T5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2270 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
