2001 Renault Avantime vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 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 59 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Avantime | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Avantime | 146 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| 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 | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
