2001 Renault Avantime vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Avantime would be higher. Both 2001 Renault Avantime and 2005 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 2,946 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Avantime | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Avantime | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
