2001 Renault Avantime vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Avantime | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Avantime | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
