2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 2000 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Wrangler | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
