2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Renault Avantime

To start off, both 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2001 Renault Avantime were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Renault Avantime.

Because 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (382 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer 2001 Renault Avantime
Make Mitsubishi Renault
Model Lancer Avantime
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 0 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 382 Nm 285 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.9 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.9:1
Top Speed 254 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1905 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 80 L