2001 Renault Avantime vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V70 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 14 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V70. (193 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 296 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Avantime | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Avantime | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
